Knights Of Columbus Bylaws

Article I: Name and Purpose

Section 1: Name

The name of this organization shall be the "[Your Company Name]."

Section 2: Purpose

The purpose of the [Your Company Name] is to promote the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism, and to provide financial aid and assistance to its members and their families.

Article II: Membership

Section 1: Eligibility

Membership in the [Your Company Name] is open to practicing Catholic men who are at least 18 years of age and who accept the principles of the organization.

Section 2: Rights and Privileges

Members in good standing shall have the right to participate in all activities of the [Your Company Name], including voting in elections and holding office.

Article III: Officers

Section 1: Officers

The officers of the [Your Company Name] shall consist of a Grand Knight, Deputy Grand Knight, Chancellor, Recorder, Treasurer, Advocate, Warden, Inside Guard, Outside Guard, and Trustees.

Section 2: Duties of Officers

The duties of the officers shall be as prescribed by the Supreme Council and the local council's bylaws.

Article IV: Meetings

Section 1: Regular Meetings

Regular meetings of the [Your Company Name] shall be held on the first and third Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise determined by the council.

Section 2: Special Meetings

Special meetings may be called by the Grand Knight or upon written request of ten members.

Article V: Finances

Section 1: Dues

The annual dues for membership in the [Your Company Name] shall be set by the Supreme Council.

Section 2: Financial Management

The Treasurer shall be responsible for the financial management of the council, including the collection of dues and the payment of expenses.

Article VI: Committees

Section 1: Standing Committees

The council shall have standing committees on membership, finance, charity, and other such committees as deemed necessary by the Grand Knight.

Section 2: Committee Membership

The Grand Knight shall appoint members to serve on committees, subject to the approval of the council.

Article VII: Amendments

These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the members present at a regular or special meeting, provided that notice of the proposed amendment has been given at a previous meeting.

Article VIII: Dissolution

In the event of the dissolution of the [Your Company Name], any remaining assets shall be distributed to a charitable organization designated by the Supreme Council.

Article IX: Adoption

These bylaws shall be adopted upon approval by a majority vote of the members present at a regular meeting, and shall take effect immediately.